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Antorie D. Coates

Death by Force
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Antorie D. Coates, a 35-year-old male from Philadelphia, PA, tragically lost his life on February 22, 2014. Coates was one of two victims in a double homicide case that shocked the community. The incident occurred on the 4600 block of Trenton Avenue, where Coates and Alida Maria Cruz, a 30-year-old female, were shot multiple times and subsequently burned beyond recognition inside a minivan.

The investigation revealed that Coates was supposed to meet William "Pookie" Deputy, a suspect in t ...Read More
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  • Man wanted in Philadelphia double homicide arrested in Upper Darby
    • Victim Details

    Antorie D. Coates

    Male

    Black / African American

    Philadelphia

    PA

    2014-02-22

    35

    Antorie

    D. Coates

    11/08/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    I’ve been thinking a lot about the community response to the tragic loss of Antorie Coates and Ali... ...Read More
    12/29/2024
    I keep thinking about the impact this tragedy had on Antorie D. Coates' family. I can't even begin t... ...Read More
    08/06/2024
    Has anyone else looked into the surveillance footage details? I know it's a crucial piece of the puz... ...Read More
    06/25/2023
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